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The Christmas season in Romania begins on December 6, on Saint Nicholas’s day, and ends on January 7, with the celebration of Saint John. Despite the Orthodox population, they celebrate Christmas on December 25 instead of January 6.
On Christmas Eve, many Ukrainians will gather around a festive table featuring 12 meatless dishes — due to the Nativity Fast, practiced by Orthodox Christians prior to Christmas. Kutia (sweet wheat berry pudding) is a ritual dish to start the Christmas meal, following the strictest week of the Nativity Fast.
Staff Writer Anoushka Sinha tells the story of the Advent calendar around the world - from fasting to eating chocolates.
Find out what Advent means and the reason behind why we have Advent calendars, specifically chocolate ones.
Find out what Advent means and the reason behind why we have Advent calendars, specifically chocolate ones.